Much like the NFL preseason, the third game of the No. 11 ranked Wisconsin Badgers non-conference schedule should serve as a dress rehearsal for the Big Ten Conference season, where teams like Ohio State and Iowa already look prepped and ready to defend their Top 10 status. Of course, the keyword in that sentence is "should," as the current version of the 2010 Wisconsin … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Badgers have problems to fix before the Big Ten Season
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Northwestern vs. Wisconsin: Battle for Better Bowl Placement
By Paul M. Banks and Jake McCormick (PMB) #16 Wisconsin has had themselves a quietly, make that very quietly, productive season. 9-2, 5-2 and neither of their losses were very bad losses. Yet no one is singing their praises, what's up with that? We know all about Scott Tolzien, John Clay and that Big Ten leading rushing attack, who/what else do we need to know about? (JM) … [Read more...] about Northwestern vs. Wisconsin: Battle for Better Bowl Placement
Wisconsin beat Wisconsin against Ohio State, can’t do the same vs. Iowa
By Jake McCormick In their 31-13 loss at Ohio State, the Wisconsin Badgers led the stat line 22-8 in first downs, 368 to 184 in total yards, and 42:47 to 17:13 in time of possession. But quarterback Scott Tolzien threw two interceptions that were returned for touchdowns and the special teams gave up a 96-yard kick return for another that iced the game for the Buckeyes. I … [Read more...] about Wisconsin beat Wisconsin against Ohio State, can’t do the same vs. Iowa
Badgers impressive in Big Ten opener, now to focus on keeping Paul Bunyan’s Axe
By Jake McCormick I’ve seen so many horror/thriller movies that I’ve gotten into a mindset where the main character could be sitting in a living room writing a thesis paper on the Chi Square and I would fully expect a 2x4 to come flying through the window and make acquaintance with said character’s temple. Hell, I had that feeling the other night watching Milk for the first … [Read more...] about Badgers impressive in Big Ten opener, now to focus on keeping Paul Bunyan’s Axe
Badger depth chart finalized…for now
By Jake McCormick Who the hell is Scott Tolzien? I’m sure more than a few Badger fans are asking that right now, considering the junior has just been named the starter for the season opener against Northern Illinois. Someone had to win the battle for the starting quarterback position, and Tolzien has apparently stood out to the Wisconsin coaching staff. Bret Bielema … [Read more...] about Badger depth chart finalized…for now
Big Ten Power Rankings
By Paul M. Banks Now that Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago are over, and the cases have been made for the strengths and weaknesses of the league’s 11 teams in the “City of Broad Shoulders,” it’s time to sort the league’s macho men from the weaklings. And, of course these rankings are highly subject to change. Last year’s record (and when applicable, bowl appearance) … [Read more...] about Big Ten Power Rankings
Wisconsin Badger football preview part 1: The offense
By Jake McCormick Three years ago, Wisconsin Badger football coach Bret Bielema did something the legendary Barry Alvarez never could – win a school record 12 games. With that, Badger fans breathed a collective sigh of relief for a program’s seemingly bright future without the man who changed a football culture faster than Emperor Palpatine converted Anakin Skywalker. But … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Badger football preview part 1: The offense